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You

2025TV ShowEnded5 SeasonsEnglish

A dangerously charming, intensely obsessive young man goes to extreme measures to insert himself into the lives of those he is transfixed by.

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Director: N/AGenres: Thriller, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

As a popular TV series, 'You' revolves around Joe Goldberg, a dangerously charming and obsessive individual who uses social media and the internet to stalk women he becomes infatuated with. He then manipulates his way into their lives, eliminating obstacles, including people, that stand in his way. The narrative typically follows his perspective, revealing his twisted justifications for his increasingly violent actions.

Critical Reception

As the series has progressed, 'You' has been generally praised for its engaging premise, compelling lead performance by Penn Badgley, and its often darkly humorous exploration of modern dating and technology's role in stalking. However, it has also faced criticism for potentially romanticizing a stalker and for its repetitive narrative structure in later seasons.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and addictive narrative.
  • Penn Badgley's performance as Joe Goldberg is frequently highlighted as a major strength.
  • Some critics question the show's tendency to humanize a serial stalker.

Google audience: Audiences generally find 'You' to be a gripping and entertaining watch, particularly enjoying the psychological thriller aspect and Joe's complex character. Some viewers express concern over the show's portrayal of obsessive behavior, while others appreciate its commentary on digital privacy and modern relationships.

Fun Fact

The show is based on the novels 'You', 'Hidden Bodies', and 'You Love Me' by Caroline Kepnes, which explore the same characters and themes.

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TMDB Reviews

9 reviews
tannerneno

tannerneno

Hello, You. I really loved this show. It is definitely worth a watch if you haven't seen it; however, it's not perfect. I want to specifically mention the 3rd season, if you know you know. SPOILERS, but the third season mostly consisted of ...
acuvox

acuvox

A glib and under-rating description would be "Dexter" meets "Shades of Grey" and Jane Austen. This dramedy combines the worst attributes of "Pop TV" - beautiful people, cliché dialog, white people's problems - with deep and troubling quest...
Ozzy

Ozzy

This show is insanely good! I have been a fan since the first season and I must admit how insanely good Penn Badgley is good at his role as Joe Goldberg, it is like he does not need to act. He plays it very perfectly without any flaws; he n...
mortenFriendspire

mortenFriendspir...

This is a pretty good thriller.
Fullmakt

Fullmakt

I'm just deducting one star because vomit in every single episode seems to be a thing, common, people snack and watch TV, no need to see vomit in every episode. Other than that, interesting though totally unrealistic show. And you end up...
iieeef

iieeef

I am writing this review because I don’t see any point to this show whatsoever, and everyone here seems to be gushing over it. I’ve made it through the entire first season and there are no redeeming qualities to speak of. None of the charac...
Dean

Dean

How do delete this bugged review? Admin?
Dean

Dean

Very interesting TV show about relationship and obsession. Show is quite interesting and acting is decent. Really binged on it. Characters are also well developed.
Kewl Kat

Kewl Kat

So far, so good with You. It has a Dexter feel. You find yourself rooting for Joe, despite his deeply troubling behavior. He is a great guy in some ways and a horrible criminal in others. Lots of modern day stalking going on using smartphon...